Know Your Wisconsin: The Community Gathers at the Racine Art Museum

Know Your Wisconsin: The Community Gathers at the Racine Art Museum

The Racine Art Museum (RAM) got its start in 1938 when Jennie Wustum, in honor of her husband, donated her home and property to the city of Racine. She wanted to create an art museum and park that would benefit future generations. Lena Vigna, the Curator of...
How This Iconic Wisconsin Symbol Came To Be | Know Your Wisconsin

How This Iconic Wisconsin Symbol Came To Be | Know Your Wisconsin

One of the most recognizable features of Madison is the sunburst chairs at the UW Madison Memorial Union Terrace. Their reemergence each year after a long winter brings a pop of color and the promise of spring to the downtown area. The original sunburst chairs were...
Wisconsin’s Barn Quilt Capital | Know Your Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s Barn Quilt Capital | Know Your Wisconsin

Shawano County started it all when Jim and Irene Leuenberger saw their first barn quilt while taking day trips across the Midwest. From there, the barn quilt project was born! Jim took his idea to 4-H leaders in the county and partnered with eight local chapters to...
How to Tour Door County for the Best Wisconsin Cheese

How to Tour Door County for the Best Wisconsin Cheese

Ah, Door County…land of charming small towns, historic lighthouses and idyllic sunsets. It’s also a foodie’s dream thanks to the many shops and restaurants that pepper the peninsula. You’ll find more than your fair share of chocolate, wine, baked goods,...
Milwaukee’s Ultimate Cheese Experience

Milwaukee’s Ultimate Cheese Experience

What do you get when you pair award-winning Wisconsin cheese with a fresh, cold brew—and a sweet treat to top things off? Pure happiness! If you’re making your way to Milwaukee on an empty stomach, keep reading for some of our favorite bucket list-worthy spots for...